The state of New York Education Department now requires each child receiving a physical for school have the BMI measurement included.

The BMI or Body Mass Index is a calculation derived from the child's height and weight measurements to give an indication as to the child's body fatness and how it may affect their health. The higher the child's body fat the greater chance of that child having various health problems.

If you would like more information about BMI and the school's role please contact me at 845-877-5731. You can learn much more about the role the BMI indicator means to your child's health as well as your own just by googling BMI or go to the Center For Disease Control's web site.

My name is Mrs. Spaeth and I am the school nurse at the Dover Elementary School. I am here to ensure the health and well being of each child in this building. My office is open to the students and parents each school day during normal school hours. Please feel free to come in to see me or call me at 845-877-5731. I can also be contacted via my email at Ann.Spaeth@doverschools.org.

The Dover Union Free School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: